Distressingly

Synonyms of distressingly

• alarmingly
• worryingly
• uncomfortably

Antonyms of distressingly

• pleasantly
• comfortingly
• reassuringly

Collocations of distressingly

poor performance

Frequency: 80 %

The poor performance of the team was distressingly evident during the game.

weak economy

Frequency: 75 %

The weak economy has led to distressingly high levels of poverty in the country.

high rate

Frequency: 70 %

The high rate of unemployment is distressingly common in this region.

limited resources

Frequency: 65 %

The limited resources available to the organization have led to distressingly slow progress.

low morale

Frequency: 60 %

The low morale among employees was distressingly palpable in the office.

Idiomatic Expressions for distressingly

• Phrase: distressingly common
  Meaning: occurring frequently in a way that is troubling or worrisome
  Usage: Violent crimes have become distressingly common in this neighborhood.